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Reflecting on the fragmentation of the mining industry, Stausholm highlighted Rio Tinto's recent acquisition of a lithium company that has positioned it as one of the top producers in the market. This move illustrates the growing demand for lithium, essential for use in batteries and the energy transition.
AI Integration and Operational Efficiency
A pivotal area of discussion was how Rio Tinto employs AI to streamline operations. Stausholm stressed the importance of marrying new technologies with geological data, as effective mining requires an understanding of the earth from which resources are extracted. The use of generative AI models enables exploration teams to harness fresh information more effectively, allowing them to optimize their data usage.